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PlayStation Users Lose Access to Paid DLC for Popular PS4 Game
PlayStation 4 users are reportedly unable to access paid downloadable content for the original 2018 game Surviving Mars following its delisting and replacement by Surviving Mars: Relaunched. Publisher Paradox Interactive acknowledged the issue, which appears to be specific to the PS4 version, but no resolution has been provided. This situation highlights ongoing problems with Sony's digital storefront and its handling of game and DLC access.
Marvel Tōkon's developer has apologised to PC players for the beta's performance issues, with only a week…
Developer Arc System Works has apologized to PC players for the performance issues experienced during the Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls beta. The team is actively investigating and working on fixes for the stuttering and optimization problems that plagued the PC version. Despite these issues, the beta achieved a peak of over 33,000 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing the betas for Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8.
Blade and Magik lead as Marvel Tōkon's most popular characters during its beta
During the beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Blade and Magik emerged as the most popular characters, tied for the top spot, followed by Iron Man, Magneto, and Black Panther. Data from high-tier matches revealed Magik as the leading leader character, while Iron Man was the most used assist character. Despite some performance issues on PC and PlayStation Network outages, the beta provided insights into character preferences ahead of the full release.
Xbox service is down, with outages meaning players can't play any digital or physical games, after similar PlayStation Network issues last week
Xbox's online services are experiencing a major outage, preventing players from accessing digital and physical games, as well as signing in and viewing the store. This follows similar issues with the PlayStation Network last week, highlighting concerns about the reliance on digital ownership and DRM in the current gaming landscape.
Xbox Network Is Down Right Now, Microsoft Confirms
The Xbox Network is currently experiencing widespread outages affecting account sign-ins, store access, and gaming services. Microsoft has confirmed the issues and is working on a fix, though no estimated time for resolution has been provided. This outage follows a recent disruption on the PlayStation Network and raises concerns about the reliability of digital-only game access.
Evening Consolidation
The PlayStation Network experienced an extended outage, preventing users from accessing digital games for several hours. Meanwhile, Xbox announced new game releases for the week of July 27 to July 31.
PlayStation Network is experiencing a massive outage
The PlayStation Network is currently experiencing a widespread outage, preventing players from logging into their accounts, playing online games, or making purchases on the PlayStation Store. The cause of the outage has not yet been specified.
The PlayStation Store and Network are down – a great sign for Sony's all-digital, no-disc future
The PlayStation Store and PlayStation Network experienced widespread outages, affecting users' ability to purchase, download, and access games and features across all PlayStation platforms, including the PlayStation 5 and PS Vita. This incident highlights concerns about the reliability of digital-only gaming ecosystems, especially in light of Sony's planned discontinuation of physical game support in 2028.
Sony's Nightmare Month Gets Worse as PlayStation Network Goes Down — Leaving Fans Unable to Play Digital Games Just Weeks After Killing Disc Controversy Erupted
Sony's PlayStation Network experienced an extended outage, preventing users from playing their digital games. This incident occurred just weeks after Sony announced it would discontinue PlayStation 5 disc support, drawing criticism and highlighting the benefits of physical media.
PSN Is Down
Sony's PlayStation Network is currently experiencing widespread outages affecting all services, including account management, gaming, and the PlayStation Store. The issues have been ongoing for hours, preventing users from logging in and connecting to servers. The timing is particularly unfortunate for the Marvel Tokon multiplayer beta, which launched today.
The PSN is down, all services offline
The PlayStation Network is currently experiencing a widespread outage, affecting all services including the PlayStation Store and app across multiple platforms like PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The disruption, which began around 1 PM BST, has been attributed to issues with Amazon Web Services. While AWS claims to have resolved the problem, many users are still unable to connect, and Sony has not provided an estimated time for service restoration.
PlayStation Network down, as tens of thousands of players queue to play Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls newly-launched beta
Tens of thousands of players are experiencing issues connecting to the PlayStation Network, coinciding with the open beta launch of Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls. Outage reports spiked this morning, impacting users across multiple regions. While there is no official statement from Sony, community reports and Down Detector data confirm widespread connectivity problems.
PlayStation Network Down Worldwide, Intermittent Connectivity
PlayStation Network services experienced widespread intermittent outages on July 24, 2026, affecting players globally. While some services like the PlayStation Store and trophies have been partially restored, many users are unable to play digital games due to license validation issues requiring server connectivity.
Well, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is now only barred from purchase in 117 countries according to Steam's backend, which is a start
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has had its regional purchase restrictions on Steam reduced, with 15 countries now able to access the game, leaving 117 still barred. This change may be related to the game's requirement for a PlayStation Network account for certain features. The game is set to release on August 6th.
Global gaming gift card and voucher demand rises 64% as players embrace more flexible digital spending
Global demand for gaming gift cards and vouchers surged by 64% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, with the UK market showing a remarkable 92% increase. Platforms like Razer Gold, PlayStation Network, and Steam were among the most popular choices, indicating a growing trend towards flexible digital spending and budgeting by players for games, DLC, and subscriptions.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC Blocked in 132 Countries Due to PlayStation Account Requirement
The PC version of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will not be available in 132 countries due to a mandatory PlayStation Network account requirement for multiplayer features. This situation mirrors the controversy faced by Helldivers 2, which was later reversed by Sony. Arc System Works is developing the fighting game, featuring Marvel characters with a 3D anime aesthetic.
Marvel Tokon Blocked in 132 Countries, and It Looks Like PSN Requirements Are to Blame
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has been blocked in 132 countries, with PlayStation Network requirements appearing to be the cause for its unavailability on PC. This situation highlights ongoing issues with Sony's online service mandates affecting game accessibility.
PS3, PS Vita’s Online Stores Will Go Offline Beginning August 2026
Sony announced that the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita will be shut down in stages, with final closures occurring in July 2027. While users will no longer be able to purchase new games, previously bought digital content will remain downloadable. This decision aims to reallocate resources towards newer PlayStation platforms.
PlayStation Network Services Partially Down, Sony Confirms
Sony Interactive Entertainment confirmed that PlayStation Network services experienced a partial outage on June 16, 2026, following a glitch that caused users to see unpurchased games in their libraries. The issue affected "Gaming and social" services, with potential difficulties launching games and apps, though multiplayer functionality was reportedly unaffected. The company is working to resolve the disruption.
7 Mistakes Gamers Make When Creating New Accounts
This guide outlines seven common mistakes gamers make when setting up new accounts, focusing on account security and recovery. Key errors include using weak or reused passwords, skipping two-factor authentication, providing inaccurate recovery information, choosing poor usernames, leaving privacy settings at default, linking unverified payment methods, and not reading platform terms of service. Implementing best practices for account setup can prevent future issues and protect progress, in-game items, and personal details.
